1989 Audi 90 vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Audi 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 90 (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 90 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Audi 90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Audi 90 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Audi 90 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Audi | Toyota |
Model | 90 | Carina |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |